Virtual reality headsets show promise for easing depression
NCT ID NCT05525390
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This study tested whether using a virtual reality headset to do behavioral activation therapy (a type of therapy that encourages positive activities) could help people with major depressive disorder. 26 adults with depression tried either VR-assisted therapy or standard therapy. The goal was to see if the VR approach was practical, acceptable, and could reduce depression symptoms.
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Stanford University
Stanford, California, 94304, United States
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